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Russia made nearly no territorial gains in Ukraine in March: Analysis

Across the entire front line, the Russian army seized only 23 sq. km in March, losing territory in some areas

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 1:05 pm

Indonesia, Macau boost counterterrorism cooperation

Indonesias National Counterterrorism Agency (BNPT) has launched cooperation with Chinas Macau Judiciary ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 12:59 pm

Indonesia foils reptile smuggling attempt to Dubai

Indonesias Forestry Ministry has foiled an attempt to smuggle 202 reptiles to Dubai via Soekarno-Hatta ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 12:51 pm

Indonesia, Slovakia explore nuclear, tech cooperation

Indonesia has opened talks with Slovakia to expand cooperation in nuclear energy, research and advanced technologies, ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 12:42 pm

Indonesia's Mount Semeru erupts nine times, ash up 1 km

Mount Semeru in East Java erupted nine times on Saturday, sending ash plumes up to 1,000 meters above the summit, ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 12:35 pm

China moves to regulate digital humans, bans addictive services for children

The new rules aim to fill a gap in governance in the digital human sector, setting clear red lines for the healthy development of the industry, according to an analysis

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 12:13 pm

Pakistan government slashes petrol price by PKR 80 per litre, day after sharp hike met severe backlash

The government on Thursday (April 2) announced an unprecedented hike of 43% and 55% in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), respectively

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 9:09 am

How Bombay went from a fort city to a bustling metropolis

A new exhibition charts Bombay's passage through the centuries via paintings, photographs and prints.

BBC 4 Apr 2026 5:39 am

Two U.S. aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates; at least one crew member is missing

Separately, Iranian state media said a US. A-10 attack aircraft crashed in the Persian Gulf after being struck by Iranian defence forces

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 4:12 am

Former Pak PM Imran Khan moves to High Court for early hearing in case

Islamabad: Pakistans former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, on Friday, April 3, approached a high court for an early hearing of their appeals in a case related to unlawfully selling state gifts. The couple was sentenced to 14 years in the Toshakhana-I case on January 31, 2024, for unlawfully selling state Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Apr 2026 10:44 pm

Lawmaker urges electrification to boost energy self-sufficiency

Deputy Chairman of Commission XII of the House of Representatives (DPR) Sugeng Suparwoto called for accelerating ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 10:28 pm

Gradiant Wins Major Water Contract for UK Hyperscale Data Center

-Gradiant, a global leader in advanced water and wastewater solutions, has been awarded a contract to design and ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 9:30 pm

Minister calls to strengthen Kasepuhan Palace cultural education role

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon called for strengthening the role of the Kasepuhan Palace as a center for cultural ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 9:14 pm

U.S. fighter jet shot down over Iran; Tehran urges civilians to hunt for crew

A local official television station in southwestern Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province aired footage of what it said was wreckage of the downed plane, showing a pile of twisted metal fragments in the back of a truck.

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

Indonesian Army plans Central Papua Kodam to streamline command

The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) highlighted plans to establish a new military region command (Kodam) in Central Papua ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 7:15 pm

MPR calls on varsities to support Prabowo's energy transition program

Deputy Chairman of the Peoples Consultative Assembly (MPR), Eddy Soeparno, called on universities to support ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 6:53 pm

Jakarta sees job-seeking as main driver of post-Eid migration

The Jakarta Population and Civil RegistryOffice (Dukcapil) recorded that around 34.97 percent of Jakarta ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 6:50 pm

Indonesia sends 200 migrant workers to Japan under SSW scheme

The Indonesian government sent 200 migrant workers under the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) scheme in the manufacturing ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 6:37 pm

BPBD responds swiftly as floods hit 3,176 households in Grobogan

The Regional Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) of Grobogan District, Central Java, has taken swift measures to address ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 5:56 pm

Sulawesi leads Indonesia in endemic bird species

Sulawesi has the highest number of endemic bird species in Indonesia, with 159 species recorded as of January ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 4:57 pm

Jakarta lawmaker urges ban on Israeli passport holders

A Jakarta legislator has urged the central government to bar Israeli passport holders from entering Indonesia following ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 4:44 pm

Indonesia tightens coordination to curb illegal Hajj pilgrims

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is strengthening coordination with other government ministries, including the ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 4:25 pm

TransNusa Strengthens Domestic Network Connection with New Route Launch and Increased Scheduled Flight Frequency

TransNusa has announced the launch of a new direct scheduled flight connecting Jakarta and Lombok, further ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:32 pm

True IDC Pushes Security Economy, Breaking Ground on Mega Data Center in EEC with 77-Billion-Baht BOI Investment, Cementing Thailand's No. 1 Position

True Internet Data Center Co., Ltd. (True IDC), Thailands largest data center and cloud service provider ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:29 pm

Four leading spring tech fairs will take place in April, featuring over 3,700 exhibitors

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will stage four flagship technology fairs this April, ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:21 pm

Iran envoy praises Indonesias role in Mideast peace

Irans Ambassador to Indonesia, Mohammad Boroujerdi, praised the Indonesian government for its genuine intention ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:18 pm

Suicide car bomb blast kills five in northwest Pakistan

Preliminary information suggests that the police station was the primary target

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 12:07 pm

Minister Zon eyes converting SOE heritage sites into cultural spaces

Indonesia is exploring plans to convert state-owned heritage buildings into interactive cultural and educational ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:49 am

RI Govtprepares workforce for Prabowo's quick win programs

Indonesia is preparing its human resources to support President Prabowo Subiantos Quick Wins ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:42 am

WFH policy seen as tactical strategy to reduce fuel consumption

The Indonesian governments policy of implementing a one-day work-from-home (WFH) each week for civil servants is ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:30 am

Indonesia, Georgia advance talks on higher education partnership

Indonesia and Georgia are accelerating talks to finalize a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on higher education ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:24 am

Kuwait oil refinery units on fire after drone attack: state media

The state media reported that emergency teams were working to contain the blazes

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 11:04 am

Donald Trump threatens to strike Irans bridges and electric power plants

The U.S. military hasnt even started destroying whats left in Iran. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants, Mr. Trump wrote on social media

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 9:14 am

Indonesia to repatriate fallen UN peacekeepers from Lebanon in 2 days

Indonesia plans to repatriate the bodies of three soldiers killed in Lebanon on Friday or Saturday as limited flights ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 8:43 am

Pakistan says onus on Afghanistan to end hostilities

The neighbours and one-time allies have been locked in an escalating conflict over claims from Islamabad that Afghanistan is harbouring militants responsible for cross-border attacks, which the Taliban government denies

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 11:07 pm

Indonesia, Saudi Arabia strengthen bilateral relations through culture

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon reiterated his commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Saudi Arabia, ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 10:48 pm

Nepal holds its first post-poll parliament session

Lawmakers, elected in March, met within the new Parliament building, with many of the politicians taking their seats for the first time

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 10:15 pm

Minister says 2026 Eid homecoming and return travel run more smoothly

Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo stated that the 2026 Eid homecoming and return travel ran more smoothly than last ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 10:13 pm

Any misadventure by Pakistan will invite unprecedented action: Rajnath Singh

Thiruvananthapuram: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday, April 2, said any misadventure from Indias neighbour, Pakistan, in the prevailing situation would invite an unprecedented and decisive action. Singh, speaking at a Sainik Samman Sammelan in poll-bound Kerala, said that following the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, India had destroyed the terrorist Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 2 Apr 2026 10:01 pm

Land productivity key to food self-sufficiency: deputy minister

Deputy Minister of Agriculture Sudaryono emphasized that increasing land productivity and optimizing planting frequency ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 9:29 pm

Downstreaming drives Indonesia's palm oil export growth: minister

Indonesias exports of crude palm oil (CPO) and its derivatives rose significantly to US$4.69 billion in the ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 9:23 pm

BGN warns 2,100 MBG kitchens to improve services

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has issued warnings to 2,100 Nutritional Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG) and ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 9:09 pm

Govt ensures local jobs in Waingapu shrimp farm project

The Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries ensured that the local community is involved in the ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:54 pm

Garuda Indonesia sets Bali as hub for eastern, international routes

GarudaIndonesia is making Bali a hub for Eastern Indonesia, connecting it with international routes to strengthen ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:28 pm

MPR urges universities to adopt recommendations on women's protection

Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Lestari Moerdijat urged universities to implement the ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:20 pm

VP sends off Digital Warriors to expand digital education in 3T areas

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka sent off participants of the Digital Warriors Alumni Community Service Program on ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:03 pm

The Iran War Mediation and Pakistans Reverse Bismarck

Despite the positive optics of punching above its weight in diplomacy, Pakistan has become weaker over time.

The Diplomat 2 Apr 2026 7:56 pm

Komnas HAM issues 8,599 certificates for grave rights abuse victims

The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) has issued 8,599 Human Rights Violation Victim Certificates ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 7:41 pm

House Speaker calls for productivity amid Friday WFH policy

Indonesias parliament speaker has urged civil servants to maintain productivity in public services despite a new ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 7:15 pm

2027 infrastructure development to support 8 percent growth: minister

The Ministry of Public Works (PU) is directing infrastructure development for the 2027 fiscal year to support food, ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 7:10 pm

Indonesia foils illegal trade of protected birds

Indonesia's Forestry Ministry has thwarted an attempt to illegally trade protected birds in Manado, North ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Assam: Drukair resumes Bangkok flights via Guwahati, adds third weekly Singapore service

Guwahati: Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, has reintroduced twice-weekly flights from Paro to Bangkok via Guwahati with effect from today, and will commence a third weekly frequency on the Singapore route from April 7, 2026. This expansion marks a step towards strengthening regional connectivity between Bhutan, India, and Southeast Asia, while enhancing travel options for both [] The post Assam: Drukair resumes Bangkok flights via Guwahati, adds third weekly Singapore service appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 2 Apr 2026 6:22 pm

Gov't ensures aid for North Maluku, North Sulawesi quake victims

The Social Affairs Ministry has ensured it is ready to distribute aid to earthquake victims in North Maluku and North ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 6:13 pm

Indonesia prepares 1,000 Balinese workers for Bulgaria placement

Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (P2MI), Mukhtarudin, sent off more than 1,000 Balinese ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 6:10 pm

SecurityTech on the Rise: G+D Reports Strong Order Intake and High Resilience in 2025

-In fiscal year 2025, Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) reaffirmed its position as global leader in SecurityTech for ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 5:32 pm

Indonesia inspects infrastructure after 7.6 North Sulawesi quake

Indonesias Ministry of Public Works has deployed teams to inspect infrastructure conditions ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 5:30 pm

Pupuk Indonesia leads ASEAN fertilizer group for food security drives

PT Pupuk Indonesia (Persero), together with Petronas Chemicals Group Berhad and Brunei Fertilizer Industries, has ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 5:30 pm

Indonesia pushes Nusantara legislative, judicial projects in 2026

The Indonesian government has renewed its commitment to focusing construction works in future capital Nusantara (IKN), ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 5:29 pm

BRIN calls for national autism database for better policies

Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has urged the creation of integrated national ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 5:22 pm

BRIN develops technology to clean water with heavy metal contamination

Indonesias Nuclear Technology Polytechnic under the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is developing ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 5:07 pm

Indonesia pushes energy efficiency campaign, WFH policy

Indonesias Minister of Manpower Yassierli stated that the government will partner with the Investment ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 5:06 pm

Gov't offers counseling for traumatized migrant workers in Middle East

Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (P2MI), Mukhtarudin, has offered counseling for Indonesian ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 4:56 pm

Xiong'an new area dedicated to innovation-driven development

An AI robot makes coffee at coffee shop in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 4:17 pm

Xiong'an new area speeds up its construction as a futuristic city

About an hour's drive from Beijing, a futuristic city is rising on the North China Plain -- the Xiong'an New ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 4:12 pm

Shibuya Sakura Matsuri strengthens RI--Japan cultural ties among youth

The Shibuya Sakura Matsuri 2026 festival has emerged as a platform for strengthening cultural ties ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 4:04 pm

Indonesia to send 756 peacekeepers to Lebanon despite withdrawal calls

The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) confirmed that 756 personnel will be deployed to Lebanon in late May 2026 as ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 3:49 pm

BMKG to test earthquake early warning system with 20-second alert

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) said it will conduct a trial of an Earthquake Early Warning ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 3:35 pm

Indonesia seeks stronger SOE role in national development efforts

The Indonesian government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the role of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 3:32 pm

Indonesia pushes faster use of Buton asphalt for self-reliance

Indonesia's Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo has urged faster utilization of Buton asphalt (Asbuton) to support ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 3:30 pm

Indonesian tempeh taps Latin American market via Chile agreement

Indonesian tempeh products are entering the Latin American market through a US$125,000 distribution agreement with ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 3:27 pm

Japanese language training to boost rural economies: Ministry

The Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions expects that the Japanese language training programs ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 2:54 pm

President Prabowo orders quick responses to North Sulawesi quake

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has ordered quick emergency measures in several regions across North Sulawesi and ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 2:41 pm

Indonesia issues second summons to Meta, Google on child safety

The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has issued a second summons to Meta and Google after both ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 2:35 pm

State visit to Japan, South Korea secures US$33.89 billion

Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya announced that the presidential state visit to Japan and South Korea generated ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 1:47 pm

Indonesia-S Korea $10.2 bln deals to boost forex reserves: Minister

The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) is optimistic that the US$10.2 billion or around Rp173 trillion ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 1:27 pm

Indonesia, Cyprus discuss bolstering ties in education, research

The governments of Indonesia and Cyprus have moved to expand bilateral cooperation in higher education, science, ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 1:01 pm

BMKG deploys expert team to survey earthquake impact in N. Maluku

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) is deploying a team of experts to North Maluku and North ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 12:12 pm

Burkina Army, jihadists killed more than 1,800 civilians since 2023: Human Rights Watch

Captain Ibrahim Traore should be impartially investigated for criminal liability for all abuses by the Burkinabe military and VDPs, says HRW report

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 12:04 pm

Fire at Bekasi LPG station injures 12, no fatalities

A fire broke out at an LPG filling station (SPBE) in Bekasi City, West Java, on Wednesday night, injuring 12 people, ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 11:20 am

Cross-collaboration to optimize early childhood development: Ministry

The Indonesian government has called for stronger multi-stakeholder collaboration to support early childhood ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 11:18 am

WhatsApp says Italian surveillance company tricked around 200 users into downloading spyware

In a statement, the Meta Platforms-owned service said the campaign was carried out by ASIGINT, a subsidiary of northern Italy-based SIO

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 11:16 am

Italian bill proposes curbs on social media addiction

The proposal, backed by the opposition Democratic Party (PD), would require platforms to stop profiling users by default and provide greater transparency over algorithms

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 11:10 am

BMKG lifts tsunami warning after 7.6M earthquake hits North Maluku

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has lifted the tsunami warning following a 7.6-magnitude ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 11:01 am

PCHi 2026: World's Largest Cosmetics Ingredients Exhibition Opens in Hangzhou

ThePersonal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show,organized by Reed Sinopharm Exhibitions, is ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 10:59 am

Eid holiday boosts leisure travel, drives economy: Tourism Ministry

Indonesias 2026 Eid al-Fitr holiday drove a surge in leisure travel and lifted tourism spending, supporting the ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 9:35 am

Trump says U.S .objectives in Iran nearing completion

We are going to hit them extremely hard over the next two to three weeks. We are going to bring them back to the Stone Ages, where they belong, Mr. Trump said.

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 7:14 am

$20 million scam at 30,000 feet: Everest guides accused of poisoning trekkers for insurance payouts

Nepal's tourism industry is embroiled in a $20 million insurance fraud scandal involving Mount Everest trekking routes. Authorities have charged 32 individuals, including guides and medical staff, for allegedly inducing illness in tourists and orchestrating unnecessary emergency evacuations for financial gain. This case raises critical questions about oversight and safety in the region.

The Times of India 2 Apr 2026 1:40 am

Indonesia honors fallen UN peacekeepers with promotions, compensation

The Indonesian Defence Forces (TNI) confirmed that three officers who were killed on duty with the United Nations ...

Antara News 1 Apr 2026 11:48 pm

As American bombs fall on Iran, South American countries brace for impact

The kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro still hangs over Latin America as countries fear getting sucked into Trumps so-called war on narco-terrorism

The Hindu 1 Apr 2026 11:17 pm

February's trade surplus supports external economic growth: BI

Bank Indonesia (BI) stated that Indonesia's trade surplus of US$1.27 billion in February 2026 is crucial to further ...

Antara News 1 Apr 2026 10:45 pm